

Saddleback Church Weekend Messages
Saddleback Church
Welcome to the weekly podcast of Saddleback Church led by Pastor Andy Wood. To learn more, visit saddleback.com or download the Saddleback App.
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Sep 29, 2025 • 47min
Don't Quit Now
In a heartfelt discussion about family challenges, the host emphasizes the importance of perseverance when times get tough. Through inspiring metaphors like the Half Dome hike, listeners learn the value of preparation and intentional planning. Exploring Galatians, key principles of sowing and reaping outline how our actions shape family dynamics. The episode also offers practical tools for setting a family vision and defining core values. With a humorous touch, the host encourages seeking mentors and setting rhythms for spiritual growth, reminding everyone to commit to their family journeys.

Sep 22, 2025 • 40min
Reordering My Home
Discover how to realign your family around God, as Pastor Andy explores the importance of prioritizing Him at the center of our lives. Learn practical rhythms to start your day with God, and why identifying your family's guiding principles is crucial. Hear inspiring testimonies of transformation, including how surrendering to God can heal relationships. Andy challenges listeners to evaluate what blocks their connection with God and encourages a powerful act of faith by nailing it to the cross as a declaration of commitment.

Sep 15, 2025 • 41min
Deciding to Engage
Discover how your home can become a hub of spiritual growth and transformation. Pastor Andy Wood challenges families to engage with God’s plan and build strong foundations despite adversity. Explore the importance of teaching faith daily and the hope of redemption in broken homes. Nehemiah’s story offers wisdom on facing opposition through prayer and action. Learn practical parenting tips and the significance of community support in strengthening family ties. It's time to rise and protect what matters most!

Sep 7, 2025 • 45min
Life is Better in Community
This weekend marks a historic moment as Saddleback launches a new Small Groups system designed to make finding connection simple and life-giving. Pastor Stacie Wood teaches us that God created us to live in community, not in isolation. Looking at the example of the early church in Acts, Pastor Stacie shows how both large worship gatherings and smaller, house-to-house communities are essential for spiritual growth. Small groups are where we are truly known, supported, and strengthened in faith.

Sep 1, 2025 • 46min
The Path of Neighboring
Guest speaker Randy Frazee concludes our Art of Neighboring series, showing us how to move from crowded loneliness into meaningful relationships with the people around us. We discover God’s design for community and how loving our neighbors as ourselves transforms both their lives and ours. Through small, intentional actions in your own neighborhood, you can build real connection and reflect God’s love. Take the first step today and see why God has placed you exactly where you are.

Aug 24, 2025 • 40min
The Power of Neighboring
Pastor Andy Wood teaches us that God gives extraordinary power to ordinary people to accomplish his will. Looking at the story of Peter and John in Acts 4, we learn how God equips and empowers us to step out in faith. When we rely on his power, incredible change can happen. In this message, learn what God can do through the power of your testimony, his Word, his Spirit, and the Resurrection of Jesus.

Aug 18, 2025 • 40min
The Practice of Neighboring
Discover the transformative power of community and the art of neighboring. The discussion emphasizes loving one's neighbor as a core principle of faith. Explore how Jesus built relationships with society's outcasts, encouraging compassion over judgment. The episode highlights the importance of intentional hospitality in creating meaningful connections. Personal anecdotes showcase how small acts of kindness can lead to profound relationships. Ultimately, it urges listeners to deepen their connection with Jesus and engage with their communities in loving ways.

Aug 11, 2025 • 41min
The Priority of Neighboring
Pastor Andy Wood returns to launch our new series, The Art of Neighboring, inviting us to love our neighbors through the abundant love God pours into our lives.

Aug 4, 2025 • 36min
The In-Between Places
Guest speaker Wayne Cordeiro shares how God often does his greatest work during the quiet, in-between moments of life.

Jul 28, 2025 • 45min
The Joy of Missing Out
Guest speaker Darren Whitehead invites us to go on a 28 Digital Fast after discussing the impact of smartphones and technology over our lives.


